Overview

About the Destination

Ladakh is the emergent favorite of travelers, not just from India, but from the entire world. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains on all sides, the beauty of this place is unparalleled, and you will agree to that as soon as you set foot here. And despite being so far off and on the rain shadow side of the Himalayas, Ladakh is very well connected, especially the capital city of Leh. Apart from the main airport in the capital, you can arrive in Ladakh via road too, with highways coming in from Srinagar and from Manali, the latter being one of the most beautiful highways in the country.

And this is another reason why Ladakh is a favorite of adventure junkies. You can ride a bike till here, or can even cycle up to this beautiful land of Leh, some 11,400ft above sea level.

About the Trip

Manali to Leh cycling expedition is a scenic ride traversing through some of the highest passes in the world making it one of the most challenging rides to beat. Cutting across beautiful trails with the Himalayas serving as the perfect backdrop, one can cross Tanglang La standing at 5328m before entering Leh. The route from Manali to Leh is straightforward with the roads either being completely dirt or tarmac.

In the Manali Leh cycling tour explore rougher dirt tracks while making some tough climbs along with gut-wrenching descents. Everyday the distance covered ranges from 40 to 80 km traversing altitudes over 4000 m. Not only will this invigorating route comprise cycling from Leh in the Indus Valley to the alpine Kullu Valley covering a total of 470 km, but it also cuts across three mountain ranges of Zanskar, main Himalayas and Pir Panjal Range. Altogether one exceeds 29000 feet in altitude crossing passes like the Khardung La, Tanglang La and Baralacha La (4890m).

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive in Manali

Upon your arrival at Manali, you will be taken to the location of your stay. Check into the tents / guesthouse / hotel.

In the afternoon, get a ride to Naggar and Roerich Art Gallery.

Enjoy the evening at leisure. You can take to colorful Tibetan Bazaar for shopping for authentic items.

Advisory

The maximum capacity of baggage that you should be carrying is 60 liters. Remember that you have to carry the luggage to the backup vehicle and to the accommodation

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In case of change of permit fees, the difference will be payable by the traveler at the beginning of the trip

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Be sure to have two nutrition halts during the cycling course everyday.

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Please note that Riders must bring their own mountain (all terrain) cycles. The roads generally are not suitable for bikes fitted with road tyres (slicks), even though some sections are in reasonably good condition. There will be sections higher up that will be in poor condition due to snow/slush from the winter months, possible landslip, and use of the road by heavy vehicles at times. Hybrid bikes with 'chunky' mountain tyres are most suitable. Riders should also bring a range of spare parts which may include; chain links or chains, spare tyres and pump, at least 4 spare tubes and puncture repair kit, cables, pedals and a good tool kit.

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Though there would be a mechanic accompanying you carrying a good repair kit and spares but it is still necessary for everyone to bring some spares; this also ensures you have parts that will fit your bike. There will be a staff member to assist with running repairs when we are biking and at overnight stops should problems be more complicated. As a general rule, less complex or high tech bikes are easier to fix and obtain parts for if necessary. If you plan to buy a new bike before the trip, make sure you are completely familiar with it prior to departing.

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You should fit at least 2 one litre water bottles to your bike. Water will be available from the back up vehicle.

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For riders unfamiliar with the Himalayan organization you will be very well catered for. The cycling expedition takes you into remote regions where there are no villages and no hotels. Therefore during the cycling expedition you will be camping.

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Early morning starts and descents at altitude require good quality weather gear.

Use local resources and support including provisions and porters to generate local employment.

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Those suffering from an ailment or heart disease, Diabetes, breathing problems, high altitude sickness or is pregnant cannot participate.

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Good quality warm apparels are a must.

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If you wish to travel by road from Delhi to Manali and return, there are regular Volvos from Delhi to Manali. There are frequent Public Transport buses including Volvos available from Delhi to Manali that cost about Rs. 1300 per person.

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Children are not allowed on this tour, only people above 18 years of age

Tour Type

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This is a group tour

Cancellation Policy

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If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 25% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.

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If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.

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If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.

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In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled and in such cases the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.

Refund Policy

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The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days

Fantabulous time spent in the lap of the mountains, our entire cycling group had gone together and we enjoyed immensely. The cycling trip was really difficult at some time but the feel of it was really good. so positivity and cycling through high passes and snow clad peaks was really good. even the camping was good. after a long day of cycling they served us really good food everyday . The group leaders were also very helpful and were able to handle the fairly large group with utmost ease.

we had an amazing cycling experience across the tough terrains of manali to leh. specially tangla pass was very diffucult and ridiing at rohtang pass was very amazing. finaly when you reach ladakh valley everything changes and you fall in love the nature. No doubt, the trip will test ur endurance ,be prepared for the journey because you all will face certain climatic barriers a head of the journey. even camping at the couple of locations were really good. it was a very exploring ride for me. do it if you love riding !!

Rougher dirt tracks needs to be covered. Along with this we also made some very tough climbs. The descents were gut-wrenching yet interesting. If you think that it is very stressful, the distance we covered were somewhat less. It almost ranged from 40 to 80 km on an average. However, the traversing altitudes were over 4000 m. To be honest, if you are not an avid cycler, this can be really tedious and dangerous too. Also, with the altitude and weather conditions, I felt quite dizzy and easily dehydrated. If you are planning to do this, make sure to have great physical fitness. That all being said, this trip was fruitful.

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Story by Manoj Kapoor

Rated : 5.0

2015-10-22

Will recommend it to anyone who wants to reconnoiter the stunning wilds of Ladakh and that too on the challenging yet rewarding cycling trail. it was a difficult trail but worth doing it. i was very proud of myself and couple of my friends who did it. the leadres were very helpful and also the fellow friends we mad in all a brilliant experience of cycling !

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Story by Amish Sharma

Rated : 5.0

2015-05-06

Had a great time, had gone here before but not on a cycling trail, so I just got admire the beauty ant my own pace. Please go!!I highly recommend it. The feeling you get after looking down at the valleys is like a rockstar!!!

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Story by Kamalesh Chopra

Rated : 4.0

2015-09-19

Me and my wife we both love cycling and are very adventurous. we decided to take this trail together. it was a great tour, we loved the cycling journey and the views of the peaks in the journey. it was a very good experience for both of us and a life changing. we both were a different people after the trip. it was an amazing trip! all the facilities were also upto the mark so over all hats off to the teams!

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Story by Achyut Namboothiri

Rated : 4.0

2015-05-16

Phew!!! What a ride dude! Seriously. I am from Maharashtra so biking and cycling is not all that new for me. However, this was an all new experience and so much mire adventurous. All the participants as well as the organisers were professional and had an ideas as to what exactly is in store for them! This was trully amazing. loved biking in the mountains. Doing this every year from now hopefully!!!

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Story by Vrinda Kaul

Rated : 4.0

2015-09-12

I would advise you to take on some acclimatization rides first before going on this tour, it was so exciting indulging in Trekking, cycling, walking or in cars, the beauty of Leh Ladakh just takes you by surprise each time you see it. Very satisfying and tiring at the same time. but truly motivating trip and i am proud of it!

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Story by Achyut Tandon

Rated : 4.0

2015-10-17

The best part of cycling on this route is that you can enjoy breathtaking views at your own pace. The greatest challenge was probably climbing the Tanglang La pass. but it was all worth it, and the downhill ride from there was simply exhilarating! overall a life changing and a memorable expedation.

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Story by Mohit Rathode

Rated : 4.0

2015-04-18

Twelve days of unlimited fun and adventure. Cycling throgh the winding passes and routes were all I was waiting for couple of months and finally got to commlpete this one in last August. Guides were extremely helpful and co-operative.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best time for this tour is from June to September, avoid going during the monsoon as the roads can get dangerous.

What is the level of fitness expected from the participants?

One needs high fitness levels to brave high altitudes and long distances. Those suffering from an ailment or heart disease, Diabetes, breathing problems, high altitude sickness or is pregnant cannot participate

How cold does it really get there?

The temperature is around 25 degrees during the day and 10 degrees during the night.

How should I prepare myself to take this tour?

You need to be prepared to cycle at high altitudes on steep slopes so you have to have a fairly high level of fitness and stamina. Check your cycle and learn how to fix it on your own if anything goes wrong. Try taking an easier cycling trip and see how you fare.

What clothing or equipment do we need to carry from our side?

Be well prepared and carry the following: A Backpack (min 60 Ltrs) with rain cover, appropriate clothing, Comfortable shoes, and wollen jackets to keep warm. Also bring along knee and elbow pads for your safety.

How much weight will I have to carry? Willl there be porters?

Weight to be carried will depend of you requirements and capacity. A luggage vehicle will be provided to carry all your luggage

What kind of food will be provided during this trek? What about safe drinking water?

You will be provided with all meals throughout the trek. High nutrition fruits and foods will be provided and good safe drinking water will be available.

How many people will be in a group?

The size of the group can vary depending on the bookings we receive.

Will there be mobile connectivity?

Due to high altitudes it is highly unlikely to find strong mobile connectivity.

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